SUPPORT FOR SURVIVORS OF VIOLENCE & ABUSE
Domestic violence, abuse or neglect,
including gender-based violence.
Abuse Hurts
Raises awareness of the cost of neglect and abuse.
Canadian Centre for Men and Families
Provides therapy and counselling, peer support, a legal clinic, fathering programs, and support services for male victims of trauma and domestic violence.
CCSYR
CCSYR provides 1:1 supportive counselling and free group programs, including Trauma Recovery and EmpowerHer Groups, for GBV survivors.
Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region
Provides women and their children shelter, support and information so they can take steps towards ending violence in their lives.
Victim Services of York Region
Works in partnership with police and the O.P.P. to provide emotional support and practical assistance to persons victimized by crime or tragic circumstance.
Women’s Centre of York Region
Offers unique programming and services that address a range of circumstances, to women who are in need of positive change.
Women’s Support Network of York Region
Supporting survivors, raising awareness and is working to eradicate sexual violence.
Yellowbrick House
Provides life-saving services for women and children escaping domestic violence in York Region.
York Region Centre for Community Safety
Survivors of violence and abuse can gain support with: coordinated referrals to community agencies that can assist with their unique needs; tailored support with safety planning; education on violence and abuse; and on-going case management support.